The FDA is phasing out petroleum-based synthetic food dyes by 2026 due to health concerns. Food companies face challenges finding natural alternatives that are stable, affordable, and maintain product appeal.

The April 2025 executive order promotes US seabed mining for critical minerals, but America lacks proper legal standing without ratifying UNCLOS while China already leads globally with five exploration sites.

China dominates global essential minerals refining despite the abundance of supplies elsewhere. Recent export restrictions highlight the weaponization of this strategic dominance. Short-term alternatives remain limited; long-term solutions require significant investment in domestic processing infrastructure.

US food supply chains face significant national security risks from climate change, weather disruptions, and heavy import dependencies. University research reveals serious structural vulnerabilities requiring advanced technology and improved decision-making from manufacturers, government, and consumers.

The global population is expected to reach 10.3 billion people, while climate change continues to threaten food production more and more. Scientists propose a new green revolution using alternative proteins, genetics, and artificial intelligence to address malnutrition and overcome consumer acceptance challenges.

The FDA banned Red Dye No. 3, giving companies until 2027 to phase out. This exemplifies why businesses need agility and advanced analytics to navigate regulatory changes, supply disruptions, and economic uncertainty successfully.